Pigmented villonodular synovitis
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What is pigmented villonodular synovitis?
Pigmented villonodular synovitis is a condition of the joint lining that most often affects the knee. It is characterized by pain and swelling as well as hemosiderin (iron) build-up inside the joint. It occurs in two forms: localized and diffuse.
Common symptoms reported by people with pigmented villonodular synovitis
Treatments taken by people with pigmented villonodular synovitis
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Compare treatments taken by people with pigmented villonodular synovitis
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Who has pigmented villonodular synovitis on PatientsLikeMe?
- 28 patients have this condition
- 3 new patients joined this month
- 20 say pigmented villonodular synovitis is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 7 | |
| 40s | 5 | |
| 50s | 5 | |
| 60s | 4 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
| Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 years | 1 | |
| 20-29 years | 1 | |
| 30-39 years | 0 | |
| 40-49 years | 2 | |
| 50-59 years | 0 | |
| 60-69 years | 0 | |
| 70+ years | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 22 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 5 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 0 |